infections

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Located in the chest, the thymus helps train T cells, a type of immune cell that helps defend the body against infections and disease.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

The current Ebola outbreak, which is centred in the the east of DR Congo, is suspected to have caused at least 220 deaths and more than 900 infections so far, the Congolese authorities say.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Congolese and international health authorities have struggled to curb the spread of the virus, which is already present in three provinces and in neighbouring Uganda, where seven confirmed infections, including one death, have been recorded.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

In rare circumstances, Salmonella can result in severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

They do have infections, but only of certain types.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond